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Tlapala, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Tlapala is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 561. Elevation: 3,707 ft (1,130 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

561 Population 1/sq mi density
3,707 ft Elevation 1,130 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
41.3 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population561
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.4%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation3,707 ft (1,130 m)
Population561
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation3,707 ft (1,130 m)
Coordinates18.2346°, -99.3469°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation41.3 inches (1,050 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Tlapala

Tlapala is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 561. The city sits at an elevation of 3,707 feet (1,130 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 18 business establishments.

Income: Tlapala vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)18

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Tlapala has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 261 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 3,707 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average77.5°F
44% above Mexico avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,707 ft (1,130 m)
Area662.9 sq mi (1,717.0 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates18.2346°N, 99.3469°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.3"
9% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 8.78"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

632 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 12, 2025.

Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 97 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 125 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 110 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 137 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 50 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 149 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 97 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 18 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 134 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 95 km
Aug 15, 2009 3 km NE of San Miguel Totolapan, Mexico M5.5 108 km
Mar 20, 2015 3 km SSE of Xicotlán, Mexico M5.4 91 km
May 6, 1994 7 km NE of San Vicente Boquerón, Mexico M5.3 142 km
Jul 27, 2024 4 km NE of Platanillo, Mexico M5.3 139 km
May 21, 2018 3 km NNE of Iliatenco, Mexico M5.2 148 km
Apr 3, 1997 7 km SSE of Piaxtla, Mexico M5.2 119 km
Aug 5, 1993 5 km N of San Martín Peras, Mexico M5.2 150 km
Feb 20, 2006 15 km SE of Patambó, Mexico M5.2 149 km
Mar 6, 2001 7 km E of Las Compuertas, Mexico M5.1 132 km
Jul 19, 2016 4 km NNW of Copanatoyac, Mexico M5.1 104 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

13 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 126 km
2024 John Category 3 115 km
2023 Otis Category 5 117 km
2021 Rick Category 2 279 km
2017 Max Category 1 177 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 250 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 247 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 279 km
2010 Karl Category 1 279 km
1997 Pauline Category 3 142 km
1996 Boris Category 1 225 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 153 km
1984 Odile Category 2 250 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1820 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 118 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 118 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 146 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 116 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 148 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chichinautzin (97 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 97 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 106 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 116 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 129 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 137 km
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 161 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 75°F (24°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in
April 82°F (28°C) 0.5 in
May 83°F (28°C) 2.7 in Warmest
June 80°F (27°C) 8.5 in
July 78°F (26°C) 8.3 in
August 78°F (25°C) 8.8 in Wettest
September 77°F (25°C) 8.4 in
October 77°F (25°C) 2.9 in
November 75°F (24°C) 0.5 in
December 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in

Tlapala has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 73°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 41.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.8") and February the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Tlapala

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela Primaria Benito Juárez
Escuela Telesecundaria Rubén Figueroa Figueroa
Escuela Primaria Francisco Madero
Escuela Primaria Josefa Ortiz de Domínguez
Escuela Primaria Emiliano Zapata
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Radio Stations near Tlapala

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA KEBUENA 96.1 (Taxco) - 96.1 FM - XHXC-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Taxco, Guerrero 96.1 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
LOS40 Taxco - 92.9 FM - XHTXO-FM - Grupo Radio Cañon - Taxco, Guerrero 92.9 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Tlapala

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa de la Cultura (Antigua Estacion Buenavista de Cuéllar)

Libraries in Tlapala

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pública de Huitzuco0.0
Biblioteca Pública de Quetzalapa0.0

Farmers Markets in Tlapala

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal Buenavista de Cuéllar

Airports Near Tlapala

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Mariano Matamoros International AirportCVJMedium Airport
Aeródromo ChiconcuacSmall Airport
Aeródromo de CuautlaSmall Airport
Aeródromo de TaxcoSmall Airport
Aeródromo Los FilosSmall Airport
Aeródromo Los OjuelosSmall Airport
Aeródromo ZacacoyucaSmall Airport
Albatros Residencial AéreoSmall Airport
Chilpancingo National AirportSmall Airport
Tenango AirportSmall Airport
Tequesquitengo AirportSmall Airport
Vista Hermosa AirfieldSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Mexico_City

🇲🇽 About Mexico

Capital Mexico City
Population 126,190,788
Area 1,972,550 km²
GDP (USD) $1,798,317,581,487
GDP per capita $13,861
HDI 0.781
Life expectancy 75.1 years
Internet users 81.2%
Urban population 79.5%
Currency MXN (Peso)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +52
TLD .mx
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Mexico

9 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Feb 2 Constitution Day Día de la Constitución
Mar 16 Benito Juárez's birthday Natalicio de Benito Juárez
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
May 1 Labour Day Día del Trabajo
Sep 16 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Nov 16 Revolution Day Día de la Revolución
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Tlapala

What is the population of Tlapala?

Tlapala has a population of 561 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 662.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tlapala?

Tlapala has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.3 inches.

How is the job market in Tlapala?

The job market in Tlapala is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 18 business establishments in the area.

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